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A Pediatrician Mom’s Guide to Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
If you’re reading this while holding a clingy toddler who suddenly refuses to eat anything except popsicles, it may that you are in the middle of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease season. Unfortunately, it is that time of year! As both a pediatrician and a mom of four, I can tell you: this virus is incredibly common — and it can make kids pretty miserable for a few days. The good news is that it’s usually harmless and gets better on its own with a little time, extra fluids, and
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